Saint Catherine University PA Program
Requirements, class size and deadline for the Saint Catherine University Physician Assistant program, MN.
This program is on ARC-PA probationThe program remains accredited. Students enrolled there graduate and sit for the PANCE, and programs can and do return to full standing. Confirm the current status with the program and on the
ARC-PA accredited program list before you apply.
Program at a glance
- Location
- MN
- Max class size
- 32 students
- Starts
- August
- CASPA deadline
- August 1, 2026
- Minimum GPA
- 3.20
- Average accepted GPA
- 3.64
- Patient-care hours
- 2000 required
Prerequisite courses
10 required courses, as published by the program.
- Biochemistry
- General Psychology
- Human or Vertebrate Anatomy
- Human or Vertebrate Physiology
- Lifespan Developmental OR Abnormal Psychology
- Medical Terminology
- Microbiology
- Organic Chemistry
- Pre-Calculus
- Statistics
Frequently asked questions
- How many students does the Saint Catherine University PA program accept?
- Saint Catherine University is accredited for a maximum entering class of 32 students. This is the cap approved by ARC-PA; the actual entering class can be smaller.
- When does the Saint Catherine University PA program start?
- Students matriculate in August.
- What GPA do you need for the Saint Catherine University PA program?
- Admitted students average a 3.64 GPA. The stated minimum to apply is 3.20.
- What is the Saint Catherine University PA school application deadline?
- The CASPA deadline is August 1, 2026. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying earlier is generally better.
- How many patient-care hours does Saint Catherine University require?
- Saint Catherine University requires 2000 patient-care hours.
- Is the Saint Catherine University PA program accredited?
- Saint Catherine University holds ARC-PA Accreditation-Probation. It is still accredited, and students graduate and sit for the PANCE, but check the program's current status on the ARC-PA site before applying.
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